Portuguese Settlements in India. 1872 (Dec 9) wrapper from Bombay to Goa correctly franked by 1865 ½a blue in combination with Portuguese India 1871-73 20r vermilion die II on laid paper (SG20) tied together by crisp strike of "Bombay SW/2" duplex and M/S "Stamped" showing violet Margao (18.12) cds alongside; a very fine an neat wrapper far above average for these. Note: The India ½a. prepaid the postage to Goa, the Portuguese India 20r prepaid the local delivery charge. (Image)